R. I. Dog Guy is proud to be a part of the American Kennel Club’s Canine Good Citizen Program.Started in 1989, CGC is a certification program that is designed to reward dogs who have good manners at home and in the community. The Canine Good Citizen Program is a two-part program that stresses responsible pet ownership for owners and basic good manners for dogs. All dogs who pass the 10-step CGC test may receive a certificate from the American Kennel Club.
The test requirements are:
Test Item 1: Accepting a friendly stranger
Test Item 2: Sitting politely for petting
Test Item 3: Appearance and grooming
Test Item 4: Out for a walk (walking on a loose lead)
Test Item 5: Walking through a crowd
Test Item 6: Sit and down on command - staying in place
Test Item 7: Coming when called
Test Item 8: Reaction to another dog
Test Item 9: Reaction to distraction
Test Item 10: Supervised separation
R. I. Dog Guy offers the CGC test several times a year, and also provides group and individual instruction for owners and dogs preparing for the test.For information on the test schedule and group classes see the Class Schedule page.Visit the AKC’s Canine Good Citizen site for further information on the test.
Cahas Ebony Beachcomber, CGC
Toby passed his test in February, 2004. He invites you and your dog to join him in this wonderful program.
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